Procurement and Inventory Manager in Houston, Texas at Southend Pharmacy

Southend Pharmacy is a modern 503A compounding pharmacy built on clinical precision, operational clarity, and a human-first approach. Licensed in 35+ states and focused on longevity-aligned therapeutics, we support providers and their patients with precision in compounding and transparent processes.

The Procurement and Inventory Manager oversees procurement, inventory, and logistics for our compounding pharmacy. This role ensures timely availability of raw materials, ingredients, and supplies while maintaining regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate brings experience in pharmaceutical supply chains, inventory control, and vendor management across sterile and non-sterile compounding environments.

• Strategically source and procure pharmaceutical ingredients, excipients, packaging, and sterile compounding materials from approved vendors.
• Cultivate strong supplier relationships ensuring consistent quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely deliveries.
• Negotiate favorable pricing and contracts in strict adherence to USP <795>, <797>, and <800> guidelines.

• Monitor and manage inventory levels of APIs, bases, and compounding supplies to prevent shortages or overstocking.
• Develop and implement demand forecasting models based on prescription trends and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of temperature-sensitive and hazardous materials.

• Guarantee full compliance with FDA, DEA, state pharmacy board, and USP guidelines.
• Maintain meticulous records including lot tracking, MSDS documentation, and chain of custody for controlled substances.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance to verify all raw materials meet compounding standards.

• Oversee and optimize inbound and outbound shipments with couriers and distributors.
• Ensure cold-chain logistics compliance for temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals.
• Identify supply chain disruptions and implement contingency plans.
• Leverage ERP systems to enhance inventory tracking and operational efficiency.
• Align inventory levels with production needs in close collaboration with compounding pharmacists and technicians.

• Certificate or bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Pharmacy, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in procurement, inventory management, or warehouse operations within the pharmaceutical or manufacturing industry.
• Experience in pharmaceutical warehousing and procurement is highly desirable; relevant manufacturing industry experience is also acceptable.
• Proficiency with warehouse management, inventory management, or enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated experience establishing and organizing warehouse operations, including bin configuration, inventory locations, storage systems, and inventory organization.

• Experience with NetSuite is strongly preferred. Experience with comparable systems, including Intacct, Microsoft Dynamics, or other dedicated warehouse and inventory management platforms.
• Experience with LifeCycle inventory management systems.
• Previous experience managing procurement and inventory operations within a pharmaceutical or regulated healthcare environment.
• Strong knowledge of USP <795>, <797>, and <800> standards and guidelines governing pharmaceutical compounding practices.
• Knowledge of Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) reporting requirements, controlled substance management, and applicable regulatory compliance standards.
• Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) or Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)

What We Offer

• Full benefits package including medical, vision, dental, 401(k) with company match, PTO, bonus eligibility, flex days, holidays, and more!

Southend Pharmacy does not provide employment visa sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Southend Pharmacy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are committed to cultivating a culture where all team members feel valued & respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.

If you have any questions or require immediate assistance or accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at recruiting@alliahealth.co.